What to watch in Australia in September 2025

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Spring has officially sprung, bringing along warmer weather, fresh blooms and fun new entries to the best streaming services in Australia. This month offers a wealth of new streaming content, from beloved binge-watches and spin-off series to gripping documentaries and thrilling new movies.

In this constantly updated guide, we hope to help any indecisive show or movie lover find a great, rapid-fire recommendation to take the guesswork out of what to watch. Our suggestions are grounded in hardcore data — specifically streaming search trends and everyday reviews of what's new and popular — so we're on the pulse to see what real people (a.k.a you) are watching, reading and talking about.

September's budding lineup includes Netflix's return to Nevermore Academy in Wednesday season two, part two and a new spooky series starring Toni Collette, Wayward. Disney Plus takes us back to the Arconia, with season five of Only Murders in the Building on September 9 and drops a new Glen Powell-led series, Chad Powers, at months end.

Binge welcomes a brand new Office U.S. spinoff, The Paper, on September 4. Meanwhile, Stan delivers a new docuseries on the Death Cap Mushroom saga, and Apple TV Plus welcomes a new season of Morning Wars, featuring Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon. Prime Video drops The Runarounds, a new coming-of-age series, on September 1, and HBO Max welcomes a new FBI crime drama, Task.

So, without further ado — here are our what to watch recommendations for September 2025, with a look at new and trending releases on Australia's major streaming platforms:

Trending shows in September 2025

Only Murders in the Building (Season 5) | Disney Plus | Three-episode premiere, then new episodes weekly

Only Murders in the Building (Season 5) | Disney Plus | Three-episode premiere, then new episodes weekly
After their beloved doorman, Lester, dies under suspicious circumstances in the season four finale, Charles, Oliver, and Mabel refuse to believe it was an accident. Their investigation plunges them into the shadowy corners of New York and beyond — where the trio uncovers a dangerous web of secrets connecting powerful billionaires, old-school mobsters, and the mysterious residents of the Arconia.

Task | HBO Max | New episodes weekly

Task | HBO Max | New episodes weekly
Task is a gripping new drama that follows an elite FBI task force formed to dismantle a dangerous string of violent robberies spreading through Philadelphia. Leading the charge is seasoned agent Tom Quigley (Mark Ruffalo), who finds himself locked in a game of cat and mouse with a seemingly ordinary family man (Tom Pelphrey) hiding explosive secrets.

The Runarounds | Prime Video | All episodes available

The Runarounds | Prime Video | All episodes available
The Runarounds follows a group of recent high school graduates from Wilmington, North Carolina, who come together the summer after graduation to form a rock band. They throw themselves into the pursuit of their big break — falling in love, getting into trouble, and building bonds that feel like family along the way.

The Girlfriend (Season 1) | Prime Video | All episodes available

The Girlfriend (Season 1) | Prime Video | All episodes available
Based on the novel of the same name, The Girlfriend follows Laura, a woman who seemingly has it all: a glittering career, a loving husband, and her precious son, Daniel. Her perfect life begins to unravel when Daniel brings home Cherry, a girlfriend who changes everything.

Top End Bub | Prime Video | All episodes available

Top End Bub | Prime Video | All episodes available
A follow-up to the smash hit film Top End Wedding comes this heart-warming new series starring Miranda Tapsell and Gwilym Lee. Lauren and Ned are living their best life in the city, which is tragically interrupted when Lauren’s sister Ronelle dies in a car crash in the Top End. Rushing back to Darwin, Lauren and Ned are thrown into the chaos of Top End life and are confronted with another curveball when they unexpectedly become the guardians of Ronelle’s young daughter, Taya.

Revealed – Death Cap Murders (Part 1) | Stan | September 14 | Three-part season, two parts dropping later this year

Revealed – Death Cap Murders (Part 1) | Stan | September 14 | Three-part season, two parts dropping later this year
When four victims fall mysteriously ill following a family lunch, the chef becomes the subject of global fascination. The Stan Original Revealed – Death Cap Murders examines Victoria’s most infamous small town lunch and uncovers the impact of global media furore.

77th Primetime Emmy Awards | Binge | September 15 | Live Special from 10am AEST

77th Primetime Emmy Awards | Binge | September 15 | Live Special from 10am AEST
Television's biggest night celebrates excellence in all aspects of television production, including performance, creative and technical categories.

Morning Wars (Season 4) | Apple TV Plus | September 17 | All episodes available

Morning Wars (Season 4) | Apple TV Plus | September 17 | All episodes available
Season four of Morning Wars opens in spring 2024, two years after the events of season three. With the UBA-NBN merger complete, the newsroom must grapple with newfound responsibility, hidden motives and the elusive nature of truth in a polarised America.

Gen V (Season 2) | Prime Video | September 17 | All episodes available

Gen V (Season 2) | Prime Video | September 17 | All episodes available
As the rest of America adjusts to Homelander's iron fist, back at Godolkin University, the mysterious new Dean preaches a curriculum that promises to make students more powerful than ever. Cate and Sam are celebrated heroes, while Marie, Jordan, and Emma reluctantly return to college, burdened by months of trauma and loss. But parties and classes are hard to care about with war brewing between Humans and Supes, both on and off campus. The gang learns of a secret program that goes back to the founding of Godolkin University that may have larger implications than they realise. And, somehow, Marie is a part of it.

High Potential (Season 2) | Disney Plus | September 17 | New episodes weekly

High Potential (Season 2) | Disney Plus | September 17 | New episodes weekly
High Potential follows a single mum whose unconventional knack for solving crimes leads to an unusual and unstoppable partnership with a seasoned detective.

Black Rabbit | Netflix | September 18 | All episodes available

Black Rabbit | Netflix | September 18 | All episodes available
Set against the backdrop of New York City’s nightlife scene, Black Rabbit centres on two brothers pushed to the brink by their duty to family and their pursuit of success. Jake Friedken (Jude Law) is the charismatic owner of Black Rabbit, a restaurant and VIP lounge, poised to become the hottest spot in New York. But when his brother, Vince (Jason Bateman), returns to the business unexpectedly, trouble soon follows, opening the door to old traumas and new dangers that threaten to bring down everything they’ve built.

Brilliant Minds (Season 2) | HBO Max | September 23 | New episodes weekly

Brilliant Minds (Season 2) | HBO Max | September 23 | New episodes weekly
Dr. Oliver Wolf (Zachary Quinto) returns, leading his team of sharp-witted interns through groundbreaking neurological cases that blur the line between science and mystery. But this season, the greatest puzzle may be personal: Oliver’s estranged father, the brilliant but enigmatic Dr. Noah Wolf, resurfaces — carrying secrets and a baffling illness that could change everything Oliver thought he knew.

Slow Horses (Season 5) | Apple TV Plus | September 24 | All episodes available

Slow Horses (Season 5) | Apple TV Plus | September 24 | All episodes available
This funny espionage drama follows a team of British intelligence agents who serve in a dumping ground department of MI5 due to their career-ending mistakes. Led by their leader, the notorious Jackson Lamb (Gary Oldman), they navigate the espionage world’s smoke and mirrors to defend England from sinister forces.

Hotel Costiera | Prime Video | September 24 | All episodes available

Hotel Costiera | Prime Video | September 24 | All episodes available
Daniel De Luca (Jesse Williams) is a half-Italian, former U.S. Marine who returns to Italy as a fixer in one of the world’s most luxurious hotels, located on the coastline of Positano. In addition to dealing with hotel guests' problems, Daniel is also on the trail of Alice, one of the owner's daughters, who disappeared a month earlier. Daniel must do everything he can to bring her home, but facing those who kidnapped the girl will be more challenging than any problem Daniel has ever faced.

FX's The Lowdown | Disney Plus | September 24 | All episodes available

FX's The Lowdown | Disney Plus | September 24 | All episodes available
FX's The Lowdown follows the gritty exploits of citizen journalist Lee Raybon, a self-proclaimed Tulsa "truthstorian" whose obsession with the truth is always getting him into trouble.

House of Guiness | Netflix | September 25 | All episodes available

House of Guiness | Netflix | September 25 | All episodes available
Set in 19th-century Dublin and New York, this story begins immediately after the death of Sir Benjamin Guinness, the man responsible for the extraordinary success of the Guinness brewery, and the far-reaching impact of his will on the fate of his four adult children, Arthur, Edward, Anne, and Ben.

Wayward | Netflix | September 25 | All episodes available

Wayward | Netflix | September 25 | All episodes available
Nothing is what it seems in Tall Pines. After an escape attempt from an academy for troubled teens, two students join forces with a new local police officer, unearthing the town's dark and deeply rooted secrets.

Alice in Borderland (Season 3) | Netflix | September 25 | All episodes available

Alice in Borderland (Season 3) | Netflix | September 25 | All episodes available
After Usagi is abducted and left unconscious by a mysterious scholar obsessed with the afterlife, Alisu returns to the perilous Borderland to save her. Teaming up with new players, they must face the yet-unseen "Joker" stage in a desperate bid to find a way back to their original world.

Outback Opal Hunters (Season 8) | HBO Max | September 25 | New episodes weekly

Outback Opal Hunters (Season 8) | HBO Max | September 25 | New episodes weekly
In one of the most unforgiving landscapes on earth, Outback Opal Hunters are back for an eighth season, facing challenges that would have most folks heading home.

The Savant | Apple TV Plus | September 26 | All episodes available

The Savant | Apple TV Plus | September 26 | All episodes available
The tense and thrilling series follows an undercover investigator known as "The Savant" (Jessica Chastain) as she infiltrates online hate groups to stop domestic extremists before they act.

Chad Powers | Disney Plus | September 30 | New episodes weekly

Chad Powers | Disney Plus | September 30 | New episodes weekly
Eight years after an unforgivable mistake cancels his promising college football career, hotshot quarterback Russ Holliday tries to resurrect his dreams by disguising himself as Chad Powers — a talented oddball who walks on to the struggling South Georgia Catfish.

Trending movies in September 2025

The Wrong Paris | Netflix

The Wrong Paris | Netflix
A young woman (Miranda Cosgrove) joins a dating show, thinking it's in Paris, France, but it's actually in Paris, Texas. She plots a way to get eliminated until her unexpected feelings for the bachelor (Pierson Fodé) complicate her plans.

Swiped | Disney Plus | September 19

Swiped | Disney Plus | September 19
Inspired by the real‑life story of online dating platform Bumble, "Swiped" introduces Whitney Wolfe as she uses grit and ingenuity to break into the male‑dominated tech industry.

Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy | Binge | September 21

Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy | Binge | September 21
Renée Zellweger returns as Bridget, now a single mum of two navigating grief and rediscovery. With wit and resilience, she reclaims her identity, challenges societal expectations and proves that reinvention isn’t just possible – it’s powerful.

All of You | Apple TV Plus | September 26

All of You | Apple TV Plus | September 26
Best friends since college, Simon (Brett Goldstein) and Laura (Imogen Poots) drift apart when she takes a test that finds her soulmate despite years of unspoken feelings between them. Over the years, as their paths cross, neither can deny the feeling that they’ve missed out on a life together. Faced with the uncertainty of changing the course of their lives, are Simon and Laura willing to risk everything to experience the love that had been between them all along, or should they accept their fate?

Ruth & Boaz | Netflix | September 26

Ruth & Boaz | Netflix | September 26
Serayah stars as Ruth Moably, a rising Atlanta hip‑hop artist who leaves behind fame after a personal tragedy. Seeking a fresh start in rural Tennessee, she cares for her late boyfriend’s mother (Phylicia Rashad). She unexpectedly finds new purpose and love with Boaz (Tyler Lepley), a grounded and generous vineyard owner.

Previously on What to watch

Already seen all the top picks this month? Here's some of the best shows and movies from the past couple of months:

Previous picks: TV Shows

The Paper (Season 1) | Binge | All episodes available

The Paper (Season 1) | Binge | All episodes available
From the creators of The Office comes The Paper, a mockumentary set in the office of a struggling newspaper, the Toledo Truth Teller.

Wednesday (Season 2 - Part 2) | Netflix | All episodes available

Wednesday (Season 2 - Part 2) | Netflix | All episodes available
Wednesday Addams (Jenna Ortega) returns to the Gothic halls of Nevermore Academy, where fresh foes and woes await. This season, Wednesday must navigate family, friends and old adversaries, propelling her into another year of delightfully dark and kooky mayhem.

The Office: Superfan Episodes | Binge | All episodes available

The Office: Superfan Episodes | Binge | All episodes available
Available for the first time outside the U.S., these recut The Office: Superfan Episodes are a joyous deep dive into Dunder Mifflin. Packed with never-before-seen scenes, different takes and even entire storylines cut from the original broadcast – they're a must-watch celebration for die-hard Dundie fans.

Most Wanted: Teen Hacker | HBO Max | New episodes weekly

Most Wanted: Teen Hacker | HBO Max | New episodes weekly
This Max original series follows the illegal exploits of Finnish hacker Julius Kivimäki (now known as Aleksanteri Kivimäki), who rose to infamy after forcing a U.S. passenger plane to make an emergency landing, shutting down PlayStation globally, and orchestrating several dangerous SWAT attacks – including one targeting the family of an FBI agent.

Upload (Season 4) | Prime Video | All episodes available

Upload (Season 4) | Prime Video | All episodes available
Upload is a sci-fi comedy series set in a technologically advanced future where holographic phones, self-driving vehicles, AI assistance, and 3D food printers are the norm. And, forget about dying – instead, you’ll be “uploaded” to a virtual reality afterlife — if you can afford it. In the four-part finale, sentient AI rapidly turns evil and threatens to wipe out Lakeview (and the world).

The Terminal List: Dark Wolf (Season 1) | Prime Video | All episodes available

The Terminal List: Dark Wolf (Season 1) | Prime Video | All episodes available
"The Terminal List: Dark Wolf" is a prequel series with an origin story that follows Ben Edwards (Taylor Kitsch) throughout his journey from the Navy SEALs to the clandestine side of CIA Special Operations.

Shipwreck Hunters Australia (Season 2) | Disney Plus | All episodes available

Shipwreck Hunters Australia (Season 2) | Disney Plus | All episodes available
Propelled by the unprecedented success of their expeditions featured in season one, the Shipwreck Hunters Australia team are more excited than ever. Obsessed by the wonders of the natural world, the Hunters have levelled up in preparation for what’s ahead.

My Life with the Walter Boys (Season 2) | Netflix | All episodes available

My Life with the Walter Boys (Season 2) | Netflix | All episodes available
Following the loss of her family in a tragic accident, 15-year-old Jackie Howard has to learn to adapt to a new life in rural Colorado with her guardian — and eight very rowdy boys.

Peacemaker (Season 2) | HBO Max | New episodes weekly

Peacemaker (Season 2) | HBO Max | New episodes weekly
The second season of this hit HBO original follows Chris Smith — a.k.a. Peacemaker — the vigilante superhero, as he struggles to reconcile his past while continuing to kick villainous butt in his misguided quest for peace at any cost.

The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox (Limited Series) | Disney Plus | All episodes available

The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox (Limited Series) | Disney Plus | All episodes available
This new limited Disney Plus series is inspired by the story of how Amanda Knox was wrongfully convicted for the tragic murder of her roommate, Meredith Kercher, and her 16-year journey to set herself free.

Invasion (Season 3) | Apple TV Plus | All episodes available

Invasion (Season 3) | Apple TV Plus | All episodes available
Back for season three, "Invasion" is a sweeping, character-driven science fiction drama series that follows an alien invasion through different perspectives around the world.

America's Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys | Netflix | All episodes available

America's Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys | Netflix | All episodes available
Following the success of "America's Sweethearts", this new docuseries, "America’s Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys", is the definitive story of the Dallas Cowboys and Jerry Jones’ impact on NFL history.

The Kingdom (Limited Series) | Disney Plus | All episodes available

The Kingdom (Limited Series) | Disney Plus | All episodes available
This six-episode ESPN Original Series documents the Kansas City Chiefs' history and modern-day dynasty, all told through unprecedented access to the 2024 season.

Dead Hot (Limited Series) | HBO Max | All episodes available

Dead Hot (Limited Series) | HBO Max | All episodes available
Five years ago, Elliot’s partner, Peter, went missing, leaving behind just a severed finger. Now, Elliot lives with his best friend and Peter's twin, Jess. Elliot and Jess still cling to hope that they’ll find out what happened to Peter. Scarred from this trauma, Elliot swore he would never love again... That is, until he met Will. But when ghosts of the past start to reappear, Elliot and Jess are determined to find out if he is being targeted – or if Peter is still alive.

FX's Alien: Earth | Disney Plus | All episodes available

FX's Alien: Earth | Disney Plus | All episodes available
When the suspicious deep-space research vessel crashes on Earth, Wendy and a ragtag group of soldiers make a fateful discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet’s greatest threat.

Butterfly (Season 1) | Prime Video | All episodes available

Butterfly (Season 1) | Prime Video | All episodes available
Butterfly is focused on David Jung, an enigmatic former US intelligence operative living in South Korea, whose life is blown to pieces when his past actions come back to haunt him. He soon finds himself getting pursued by Rebecca, a sociopathic young agent assigned to kill him, and Caddis, the sinister spy organisation she works for.

Wednesday (Season 2 - Part 1) | Netflix | Four episodes available

Wednesday (Season 2 - Part 1) | Netflix | Four episodes available
Wednesday Addams (Jenna Ortega) returns to the Gothic halls of Nevermore Academy, where fresh foes and woes await. This season, Wednesday must navigate family, friends and old adversaries, propelling her into another year of delightfully dark and kooky mayhem.

Outlander: Blood of my Blood (Season 1) | Stan | New episodes weekly

Outlander: Blood of my Blood (Season 1) | Stan | New episodes weekly
The highly anticipated prequel, Outlander: Blood of my Blood, is a romantic tale that unfolds across time. From the battlefields of WWI to 18th-century Scotland, two fated couples must defy forces that seek to tear them apart.

Playing Gracie Darling | Paramount Plus | All episodes available

Playing Gracie Darling | Paramount Plus | All episodes available
When Joni was fourteen, her best friend Gracie Darling disappeared during a séance. Some 27 years later, local teens still get their kicks "Playing Gracie Darling," a spooky game named after the girl who vanished. But when another young girl disappears under eerily similar circumstances, Joni is forced to confront her past and the secrets that never stayed buried.

The Twelve: Cape Rock Killer (Season 3) | Binge | New episodes weekly

The Twelve: Cape Rock Killer (Season 3) | Binge | New episodes weekly
In the third entry of the critically acclaimed series, things get personal for Brett Colby (Sam Neill) after he is thrust into a murder trial to defend the husband of a lifelong friend accused of murder. As the trial unravels a deeper mystery, an ageing cold case is reopened, and the twelve jurors sworn in find their own lives changed by the experience.

FX's Necaxa | Disney Plus | All episodes available

FX's Necaxa | Disney Plus | All episodes available
Eva Longoria enlists Rob Mac and Ryan Reynolds to reignite the soul of one of Mexico’s oldest and most-loved football clubs, Club Necaxa.

Shark Week | HBO Max | New episodes daily

Shark Week | HBO Max | New episodes daily
From daring free-divers dancing underwater to experts recreating dangerous shark attack scenarios, these are not your average shark shows this Shark Week on HBO Max! This year, shark fanatics will be transported right into the action with moments never seen on TV before. With epic bites of content to sink your teeth into, you won't be able to miss a second.

Platonic (Season 2) | Apple TV Plus | All episodes available

Platonic (Season 2) | Apple TV Plus | All episodes available
Season two of this Apple TV show picks up with everyone’s favourite pair of best friends (Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne) as they contend with new midlife hurdles, including work, weddings and partners. The duo tries their best to be each other’s rock — but sometimes rocks break things.

The Idaho Student Murders | Binge | All episodes available

The Idaho Student Murders | Binge | All episodes available
The Idaho Student Murders examines the shocking 2022 deaths of four University of Idaho students. The docuseries details the investigation, media frenzy and eventual arrest of suspect Bryan Kohberger.

The Yogurt Shop Murders | HBO Max | New episodes weekly

The Yogurt Shop Murders | HBO Max | New episodes weekly
This series explores the complex questions and trauma left by an unsolved case, in 1991, in which four teenage girls were brutally murdered at a frozen yogurt shop in Texas.

Chief of War | Apple TV Plus | All episodes available

Chief of War | Apple TV Plus | All episodes available
Helmed by a predominantly Polynesian cast starring Jason Momoa, "Chief of War" follows the epic telling of the unification and colonisation of Hawai’i at the turn of the 18th century.

Previous picks: Movies

Ice Road: Vengeance | Prime Video

Ice Road: Vengeance | Prime Video
On the road to Mt. Everest, big rig driver Mike McCann (Liam Neeson) takes on ruthless mercenaries to protect tourists and save a village on the brink of destruction.

Sonic The Hedgehog 3 | Binge

Sonic The Hedgehog 3 | Binge
In this threequel, Sonic returns with Tails and Knuckles to face Shadow, a mysterious hedgehog with chaos powers and a tragic past.

Highest 2 Lowest | Apple TV Plus

Highest 2 Lowest | Apple TV Plus
When a music mogul (Denzel Washington), known as having the "best ears in the business," is targeted with a ransom plot, he is jammed up in a life‑or‑death dilemma.

My Oxford Year | Netflix

My Oxford Year | Netflix
When Anna (Sofia Carson), an ambitious young American woman, sets out for the University of Oxford to fulfil a childhood dream, she’s got her life completely on track... Until she meets a charming and clever Jamie (Corey Mylchreest), who profoundly changes her plans.

The Pickup | Prime Video

The Pickup | Prime Video
A routine cash pickup takes a wild turn when two mismatched truck drivers, Russell (Eddie Murphy) and Travis (Pete Davidson), are ambushed by criminals led by a savvy mastermind, Zoe (Keke Palmer).

Final Destination: Bloodlines | HBO Max

Final Destination: Bloodlines | HBO Max
Plagued by a violent recurring nightmare, college student Stefani (Kaitlyn Santa Juana) heads home to track down the one person who might be able to break the cycle — her grandmother, Iris — and save her family from the horrid demise that awaits them all.

Top End Wedding | Prime Video

Top End Wedding | Prime Video
This hilarious, heart-warmer comedy is the story of successful Sydney-based lawyer, Lauren (Miranda Tapsell), and her fiancée, Ned (Gwilym Lee). Engaged and in love, they have just one day to find Lauren's mother, who has gone AWOL somewhere in the Northern Territory, reunite her parents and pull off their dream Top End Wedding.

Night Always Comes | Netflix

Night Always Comes | Netflix
Based on the best-selling novel, "Night Always Comes" follows Lynette (Vanessa Kirby), a woman who risks everything to secure the house that represents a future for her family. On a dangerous odyssey through a single night, Lynette is forced to confront her dark past in order to finally break free.

Limitless: Live Better Now | Disney Plus

Limitless: Live Better Now | Disney Plus
Chris Hemsworth takes on three epic challenges to explore science-backed ways to improve our health. He learns to drum for a surprise stadium gig; climbs a frozen 600-foot wall to explore the benefits of breaking out of our comfort zones; and embraces brutal Special Forces training in South Korea — all to discover how we can live longer, better lives.

The Map That Leads to You | Prime Video

The Map That Leads to You | Prime Video
"The Map That Leads to You" follows Heather (Madeline Cline), a young woman setting off on an adventure across Europe with her best friends before settling into her perfectly planned life. When she crosses paths with Jack (KJ Apa), a magnetic and mysterious stranger, their instant spark ignites a journey neither of them expected.

Eenie Meanie | Disney Plus

Eenie Meanie | Disney Plus
"Eenie Meanie" is an original film that follows a former teenage getaway driver (Samantha Weaving) who is dragged back into her unsavoury past when a previous employer offers her the chance to save the life of her chronically unreliable ex-boyfriend.

The Thursday Murder Club | Netflix

The Thursday Murder Club | Netflix
Based on Richard Osman’s novel of the same name, the new film follows four retirees — Elizabeth (Helen Mirren), Ron (Pierce Brosnan), Ibrahim (Ben Kingsley) and Joyce (Celia Imrie) — who spend their time solving cold case murders for fun. When an unexplained death occurs on their own doorstep, their casual sleuthing takes a turn as they find themselves with a real whodunit.

Top shows of 2025

If you’re looking for more great shows to watch, we’ve gathered some of the top shows of this year in the list below. We’ve cross-referenced both user and critic reviews on IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes to uncover the most lauded TV shows this year, that’ll keep you entertained for hours (that are also Certified Fresh). If you’re looking for movies, we’ve got you covered in the section below.

1. Squid Game (Season 2) | Drama / Thriller | 1h per episode

1. Squid Game (Season 2) | Drama / Thriller | 1h per episode

Three years after winning Squid Game, Player 456 gave up on going to the States and comes back with a new resolution in his mind. Gi-hun once again dives into the mysterious survival game and fights once again for his chance at the prize of 456 million won.

Stream Squid Game on Netflix now.

2. The White Lotus (Season 3) | Drama / Thriller | 1hr per episode

2. The White Lotus (Season 3) | Drama / Thriller | 1hr per episode
The social satire is set at an exclusive Thai resort and follows the exploits of various guests and employees over a week. Season 3's ensemble cast includes Leslie Bibb, Carrie Coon, Walton Goggins, Sarah Catherine Hook, Jason Isaacs, Lalisa Manobal, Michelle Monaghan, Sam Nivola, Lek Patravadi, Parker Posey, Natasha Rothwell, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Tayme Thapthimthong, and Aimee Lou Wood.

Stream The White Lotus on Binge from February 17.

3. Black Doves | Spy / Thriller | 1hr per episode

3. Black Doves | Spy / Thriller | 1hr per episode
Set in London at Christmas, this film follows Helen Webb (Keira Knightley) a quick-witted, dedicated wife and mother, who's also a professional spy. For 10 years, she's been passing her politician husband's secrets to the shadowy organisation she works for, the Black Doves. When her secret lover is assassinated, she must set off on a mission to investigate who killed him and why, and how it all links the murky London underworld to a looming political crisis.

Stream Black Doves on Netflix now.

4. Invincible | Animation / Action | 48mins per episode

4. Invincible | Animation / Action | 48mins per episode
Based on the award-winning comic book series, Invincible follows 17-year-old Mark Grayson as he inherits his father’s superpowers and sets out to become Earth’s greatest defender, only to discover the job is more challenging than he could have ever imagined.

Stream Invincible on Prime Video now.

5. The Recruit | Crime / Thriller | 54mins per episode

5. The Recruit | Crime / Thriller | 54mins per episode

Netflix's poster boy, Noah Centineo is back for Season Two of "The Recruit". The season finds CIA Lawyer, Owen Hendricks (Centineo), pulled into a life-threatening espionage situation in South Korea, only to realise that the bigger threat just might be coming from inside the Agency.

Stream The Recruit on Netflix now.

6. Severance (Season 2) | Thriller / Sci-Fi | 48mins per episode

6. Severance (Season 2) | Thriller / Sci-Fi | 48mins per episode

In season two of this hit Apple TV Plus show, Mark and his friends learn the dire consequences of trifling with the severance barrier, leading them further down a path of woe.

Stream Severance on Apple TV Plus now.

7. Paradise (Season 1) | Drama / Thriller | 51mins per episode

7. Paradise (Season 1) | Drama / Thriller | 51mins per episode

Set in a serene community inhabited by some of the world's most prominent individuals, this tranquillity explodes when a shocking murder occurs and a high-stakes investigation unfolds.

Stream Paradise on Disney Plus now.

8. Apple Cider Vinegar | Biography / Drama / Crime | 55mins per episode

8. Apple Cider Vinegar | Biography / Drama / Crime | 55mins per episode

Based on a somewhat real story of an Australian influencer, Belle Gibson (played by Kaitlyn Dever) and her friend Milla (Alycia Debnam-Carey) use their online platforms to 'cure' people of their life-threatening illnesses through health and wellness, influencing their global online communities along the way... all of which would be incredibly inspiring if it were all true.

Stream Apple Cider Vinegar on Netflix now.

9. The Pitt (Season 1) | Medical Drama | 52mins per episode

9. The Pitt (Season 1) | Medical Drama | 52mins per episode

The Pitt is a realistic examination of the challenges facing healthcare workers as seen through the lens of the frontline heroes working in a modern-day hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Each episode follows an hour of Dr. Robby’s (Noah Wyle) 15-hour shift as the chief attendant in the emergency room.

Stream The Pitt on Binge now.

10. High Potential | Comedy / Crime | 29mins per episode

10. High Potential | Comedy / Crime | 29mins per episode

"High Potential" follows a single mum whose unconventional knack for solving crimes leads to an unusual and unstoppable partnership with a seasoned detective.

Stream High Potential on Disney Plus now.

Top movies of 2025

If you’re looking for a new, top-rated movie to watch, here’s a list of the best films of 2025 so far:

1. Wicked | Musical / Fantasy | 2hr 40min

1. Wicked | Musical / Fantasy | 2hr 40min

Inspired by the hit Broadway musical, Wicked tells the story of the witches of Oz. Cynthia Erivo stars as Elphaba, who is constantly misunderstood due to her unusual green skin and has yet to discover her true power. Ariana Grande plays Galinda, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart. The two cross paths as students of Shiz University and forge an unlikely but profound friendship, until it reaches a crossroads when their lives take very different turns.

Rent or buy Wicked on Prime Video now.

2. Juror #2 | Mystery / Thriller | 1hr 54min

2. Juror #2 | Mystery / Thriller | 1hr 54min

This thriller film follows family man, Justin Kemp (Nicholas Hoult) as the titular Juror #2. While serving as a juror in a high-profile murder trial, Justin finds himself struggling with a serious moral dilemma — one that he could use to sway the jury and potentially free or convict the accused murderer.

Rent or buy Juror #2 on Apple TV Plus now.

3. Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl | Comedy / Animation | 1hr 19min

3. Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl | Comedy / Animation | 1hr 19min

In this brand new epic adventure, "Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl", Gromit’s concern that Wallace is becoming too dependent on his inventions proves justified, when Wallace invents a “smart” gnome that seems to develop a mind of its own.

Watch Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl on Netflix now.

4. Deadpool & Wolverine | Action / Comedy | 2h 8mins

4. Deadpool & Wolverine | Action / Comedy | 2h 8mins

In the third instalment in Deadpool's franchise, his peaceful existence comes crashing down when the TVA recruits him to help safeguard the universe — in which he pairs up with would-be pal, Wolverine, to complete his mission.

Watch Deadpool & Wolverine on Disney Plus now.

5. Dune: Part Two | Sci-Fi / Action / Adventure | 2h 46mins

5. Dune: Part Two | Sci-Fi / Action / Adventure | 2h 46mins

In the second film of this epic space tale, Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) unites with Chani (Zendaya) and the Fremen while on a warpath of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the universe, Paul fights to prevent a terrible future that only he can foresee.

Watch Dune: Part Two on Binge or Netflix now.

6. Inside Out 2 | Comedy / Animation | 1hr 36mins

6. Inside Out 2 | Comedy / Animation | 1hr 36mins

As the highest-grossing animated film of all time, this Disney Pixar sequel is a must-watch. Following on from the events of the first film, Riley and her Emotions — Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust and Sadness — are faced with all new challenges now that Riley is a preteen, including a slightly batty, but loveable new Emotion, Anxiety.

Watch Inside Out 2 on Disney Plus now.

7. Twisters | Drama/History | 2hr 2mins

7. Twisters | Drama/History | 2hr 2mins

Starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell, this remake of the classic film blew audiences away. Edgar-Jones is Kate Cooper, a former storm chaser who is lured back to the open plains to test a new technology. Along the way, she crosses paths with Tyler Owens (Powell), a charming and reckless social media star who thrives on posting his storm-chasing adventures online.

Rent or buy Twisters on Prime Video or Apple TV.

8. Carry On | Thriller / Action | 1h 59mins

8. Carry On | Thriller / Action | 1h 59mins

A young TSA agent (Taron Edgerton) fights to outsmart a mysterious traveller who blackmails him into letting a dangerous package slip onto a Christmas Eve flight.

Watch Carry On on Netflix now.

9. The Substance | Horror / Drama | 2h 21mins

9. The Substance | Horror / Drama | 2h 21mins

This satirical body horror film follows fading celebrity, Elisabeth Sparkle (Demi Moore), who after being fired due to her age, uses a black market drug that creates a younger version of herself (Margaret Qualley) with unexpected side effects.

Rent or buy The Substance now on Apple TV or Prime Video.

10. Cunk on Life | Documentary / Comedy | 1h 10mins

10. Cunk on Life | Documentary / Comedy | 1h 10mins

Pioneering documentary maker, Philomena Cunk is back with her most ambitious quest to date: venturing the universe to examine life and everything in between to discover the point of it all. Along the way, Cunk interrogates experts on subjects like the Big Bang to biology and art.

Watch Cunk on Life on Netflix now.

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